Andrew Carnegie, the Vanderbilts, the Rockefellers have all been users of Fleetwood cars while Mary Pickford, Theda Bara, Harold Lockwood, Andrew Pierson and other shining lights of motion picturedom have been loud in their praise of the lines and the finish of the cars built especially for them. Chubb Collector Car Insurance, December 19, 2012, Jeff Walker. It appears to have mostly original paint. Cadillac also saw sales of its cars losing ground, as confirmed Cadillac buyers tried to trim pennies by buying the less expensive LaSalle. I cleaned the front grill and it is mint. The onset of reduced the sales, resulting in its demise.
At this time Cadillac was also producing V-12 and V-16 engines. A customer requirement was seen for a car powered by an engine simultaneously more powerful and smoother than any other available. After the peak in V-16 orders in mid-1930, production fell precipitously. To purchase this car or for more information: To view 3000+ classic or exotics for sale: To sell your classic or exotic: call 615-213-1800 or visit For sale in our Nashville showroom is a well preserved example of an especially rare 1937 Cadillac Limousine. Car now starts, drives and stops under its own power.
For 1937, Cadillac made the LaSalle its own again, giving it the 322 cu in 5. The open cars could also be ordered in tri-tone color combinations, at a time when dark colors like black and navy blue were still the most familiar colors produced by manufacturers. The wide gap between Oldsmobile and Buick would be filled by two companion marques: Oldsmobile was assigned the up-market V8 engine Viking and Buick was assigned the more compact six-cylinder Marquette. Some of the much work I have done is cleaned out the fuel system, flushed out all the brakes and honed the cylinders, Got the engine running on all 12, Engine sounds really good if a little tappety from the rockers but fires up instantly on the button, sounds powerful and doesn't smoke. All the side trim is on the car. I saved it from a open yard near London where water, rodents and moth have taken their toll.
Sales were 7,195 in 1934, 8,651 in 1935 and 13,004 in 1936. The car is stored in Austin Texas and you are invited to view it here. The car is laser straight with no rust. You may also enjoy the Auto Museum Online articles on the links below… Cadillac Limousine enthusiasts will want to find the book… Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Series Limousines 37-87 by authors Thomas A. The final 1940 LaSalles were introduced in October 1939 with, as it had in its first year, a full array of semi-custom body styles, including a convertible sedan. Some factory photos as well as a few photos of surviving cars may be added later, space permitting. This rare car is 99% complete, solid and has never been restored.
Like Cadillac, the LaSalle brand name was based on that of a French explorer,. By the 1920s, certain General Motors products began to shift out of the plan as the products improved and engine advances were made. In LaSalle's case that it wasn't a Cadillac was probably the ruinous factor. Glass all flat will need to be replaced. Additional competition from the , introduced in 1936, did not help, either.
Feel free to ask any questions. I had a bad experience with a ruthless dealer that wanted to buy a classic from me and triple the price the next day! There is a small amount of rust above the right rear fender pictured and a dent in the left front fender. I have a clear title in hand. Description for Cadillac LaSalle 1937 1937 Lasalle series 50 This was a restoration project that was halted by the owners death, i have put it on a lift to get a good look at it and give the best description i can. The motor appears complete and is free. Combined production for the 1934 and 1935 model years was 150.
Any or all of these could have ended up being part of the next LaSalle line. Fleetwood was made a part of General Motors in 1931 and eventually became a Cadillac model itself. These could be ordered with a wide variety of bodywork. Prior to the 1927 LaSalle, automobile design essentially followed a set pattern, with design changes driven principally by engineering needs. This is your chance to own a great classic at a great price.
The vehicle was never titled but I do have prior registrations into the late 50's. I believe this to be true due to past registrations being in the vehicle. It furnishes employment to 375 people. Cadillac production for 1937 was 14,150 vehicles out of which 4,230 were Series 75 models. Luchsinger was one of the wealthiest women in Madison, Wisconsin, and a very active socialite. The casket rollers are long gone and the rear deck has been covered in plywood. This vehicle is advertised on other sites so I have the right to end the auction early if it gets sold.
It appears the glass is for both side rear and divided rear window. All non-paying bidders will be reported to eBay. Hydraulic brakes were added for 1937, the last year of production. There is new glass that is included with the parts. Fleetwood was acquired by Fisher Body in 1925 and relocated to Detroit, Michigan.